Construction Project Manager III

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AECOM Technical Services Inc., is seeking a Construction Project Manager III in Oakland, CA.

Job details:

• Manage all phases of construction projects (from inception to owner turnover and close out).
• Administer contract requirements throughout the design, construction, and closeout phases.
• Conduct Owner, Architect, and Contractor weekly meetings and meet regularly to discuss project status and provide direction and resolution on specific project issues and address with the Project Team. Perform regular project status reporting to executive management team on a monthly basis. 
• Assure that the project is in alignment with program requirements, budgets, and schedules.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to subordinate team members, enforce company and project policies, and ensure all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule through subordinate managers and supervisors.
• Work closely with the Client’s Project Management and Directors and build a trusting relationship. Support PMs with developing scope, budget, and schedule.
• Manage the design phase through the 100% construction documents and work collaboratively with all stakeholders.
• Attend design review meetings.
• Secure the approval of designs, permits, and construction documents by the appropriate governmental agencies.
• Review construction documents including plans and specifications; interpret plans and specifications for construction work performed by client's contractors.
• Ensure contractual compliance with plans, specifications, regulations, codes, and safety requirements.
• Perform analysis of change orders. Negotiate fair and reasonable costs for change orders.
• Provide technical assistance and support to engineers and senior project managers.
• Provide technical training as appropriate.
• Prepare a variety of administrative, technical, and budget reports, memos, letters, and correspondence.
• Manages the day-to-day on-site tasks on various design-build projects with a supporting staff.
• Assist in the review and resolution of issues.
• Attend weekly Progress Meetings with Clients.
• Report to the Client and assure meeting minutes are distributed.
• Attend OAC meetings and ensure work complies with approved schedules, budget, and plans.
• Oversee all construction administration functions:  Action Submittals, RFIs, PCOs, and COs and assure accurate control logs are maintained. 
• Prepare and/or oversee the reviews of the Baseline Schedule and provide comments.
• Oversee the review of monthly schedule updates and develop independent schedule analyses as needed.
• Visit the sites as required.
• Develop future work for AECOM based on performance and business relationships.
• Review planning documents for compliance with contract and federal/local government requirements and quality of technical content.
• Identify stakeholder problems and opportunities in particular areas that could be mitigated through planning. Maintain data for long range and short-range planning.
• Serve as a liaison between client personnel and other stakeholders regarding project activities, including overall project status.
• Attend various meetings, conferences, public hearings; prepare and deliver oral presentations to the stakeholders.
• May supervise senior level engineers (all disciplines applicable), as well as project administration, project controls, scheduling, cost control, estimating and procurement representatives.
• May telecommute.
• Position requires 25% domestic travel within Santa Clara County to Milpitas, San Jose, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, Cupertino, Los Altos, Palo Alto, Campbell and Saratoga.
• Description of site work: cross checking whether all work are being executed per authoritative and client requirements, permit plans, and approved schedule; examining if all safety practices are in place along with quality control standards; client specific request (ground breaking ceremony invites).

Candidates must have a Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or related field and 12 months of experience in the job offered or in a related occupation.

Position requires:

1. AutoCAD, Bluebeam REVU, and ADOBE PDF;
2. Evaluating existing structures and analyses for project constructability and feasibility;
3. Procore;
4. MS Project and Primavera P6;
5. Preparing Request for Proposals (RFPs);
6. Coordinating and providing review, administration or compliance activities (review plans and submittals and ensure compliance with project specifications and government requirements; conduct site visits and ensure site work completed as per approved plans prior to inspector visits; and ensure safety compliance as per OSHA standards and other regulatory requirements) for industrial, commercial or government (federal, state and local) complex contracts; and
7. Management principles in space and program planning.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.